The LORD setteth up the meek, / and bringeth the ungodly down to the ground. Psalm 147.6 (1962 Book of Common Prayer, page 518)

Well, this was fun! Big thank you to my two good friends Rhea March and Rebecca Lappa for a wonderful hour of music and conversation. soundcloud.com/rhea-march/i...

The king of Babylon killed the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes and also killed all the officers of Judah at Riblah. Jeremiah 52.10 (NRSV)

I hate being part of group chats. Sooo many irrelevant and unnecessary texts. I hate when people “Reply All” to emails just to respond to one person. And I hate group chats for the same reason. I’m always the guy that “leaves the group” and I know it makes me look like a curmudgeon.

Once Samson went down to Timnah, and at Timnah he saw a Philistine woman. Judges 14.1 (NRSV)

Day 9 - Chester’s Advent Calendar. -#DailyChester

Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness, because of those who lie in wait for me; * make your way straight before me. Psalm 5.8 (Book of Alternative Services, page 708)

of whose authority was never any doubt in the Church

Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood have eternal life, and I will raise them up on the last day, John 6.54 (NRSV)

All I’m saying is if “Wicked for Good” was paying tribute to “Wizard of Oz” in its portrayal of Dorothy then when Dorothy “melts” the witch, her silhouette should have shown her with her hair down and not still in pigtails. Are you telling me they DIDN’T stop at the Oz Wash & Brush Up Company?

So glad to see multiple clergy from the Episcopal Diocese of California at this protest. ⚓️ apple.news/A-RK_lIqJQkm...

There is no king that can be saved by the multitude of an host, / neither is any mighty man delivered by much strength. Psalm 33.16 (1962 Book of Common Prayer, page 368)

Did we get the schedule already?! #CFL

the flesh lusteth always

For this reason, when I could bear it no longer, I sent to find out about your faith; I was afraid that somehow the tempter had tempted you and that our labor had been in vain. 1 Thessalonians 3.5 (NRSV)

I enjoyed this moving reflection. It also makes me consider the disappearance of Bible-as-book in Christian culture. The author treats the pulpit Bible as a kind of ceremonial prop for a sermon, but not something that will be read in public worship. ⚓ www.christiancentury.org/voices/heft-...

Carol #1 - Advent Lessons & Carols Creator of the Stars of Night (Hymn 60) - Conditor Alme Siderum - St. Stephen's Parish Choir St. Stephen's Episcopal Church (Durham, NC) is a member of the Episcopal Church and the worldwide Anglican Communion. youtu.be/5mIvvxXJ-lU

They pierced my hands and my feet; I may count all my bones: / they stand staring and looking upon me. Psalm 22.17 (1962 Book of Common Prayer, page 355)

Samuel said to the people, “The Lord is witness, who appointed Moses and Aaron and brought your ancestors up out of the land of Egypt. 1 Samuel 12.6 (NRSV)

He rained down manna upon them to eat * and gave them grain from heaven. Psalm 78.24 (Book of Alternative Services, page 807)

Thou didst call in trouble, and I delivered thee; / I heard thee in the thunder-cloud; I proved thee also at the Waters of Strife. Psalm 81.7 (1962 Book of Common Prayer, page 435)

And they kept the Festival of Booths, as prescribed, and offered the daily burnt offerings by number according to the ordinance, as required for each day, Ezra 3.4 (NRSV)

The Lord is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭103‬:‭8‬ ‭[NKJV‬‬] #bible #verseoftheday #dailyverse #psalms

He sent a man before them, * Joseph, who was sold as a slave Psalm 105.17 (Book of Alternative Services, page 846)

As we continue through Advent, let us exercise the same charitable spirit and combat the season's overconsumption and greed by offering ourselves generously to others, as Christ exemplified and St. Nicholas reflected. Let us maybe not take up slapping those we disagree with, as tempting as it is ;)

Today, we thank God for St. Nicholas, Bishop of Myra! He is remembered for his generosity, charity, and (probably legendary) humorous defence of Trinitarian theology when he slapped "a certain Arian" at the First Council of Nicaea

Would love to meet some more socialist Anglicans. #Anglican

my tongue,

At that time his voice shook the earth, but now he has promised, “Yet once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heaven.” Hebrews 12.26 (NRSV)

Heavy rains and strong winds damaged a United Methodist church and devastated two neighborhoods in the Bujumbura Province in Burundi. The Rev. Cimpaye Valentine, Bujumbura District superintendent, called for United Methodists to join in prayer and action.

He spread out a cloud for a covering * and a fire to give light in the night season. Psalm 105.39 (Book of Alternative Services, page 848)

Sometimes we share stories from toxic church culture and think they’re normal. But they’re not. It’s a miracle you survived and can even talk about it. ❤️‍🩹 Let's heal. Yes?

Had a fresh snow fall here in #Saskatoon

Michigan Strong is when you eat some form of potatoes for every meal but you also shovel your entire driveway every single day for 3 months #PureMichigan

Bishop Danny of @AnglicanUnion India met with Metropolitan Gheevarghees Yulios of Malankara Syrian Orthodox Church, Kerala. partnerships through NCCI regarding pan India concern for emerging first generation Christians in great numbers despite many of obstacles.

Looking for a London Christmas Carol Service? Join us at St Columba’s, Pont Street, for Pont Street Carols on Sunday 21 December at 5.00pm. Free to attend, refreshments afterwards, with donations supporting ScotsCare. All welcome.

Christian, Muslim and Jewish organizations are responding to a proposal to eliminate a religious exemption to Canada’s federal hate crimes legislation. www.canadianaffairs.news/2025/12/09/f...

For you are my hope, O Lord God, * my confidence since I was young. Psalm 71.5 (Book of Alternative Services, page 795)

The eyes of the Lord God are upon the sinful kingdom, and I will destroy it from the face of the earth —except that I will not utterly destroy the house of Jacob, says the Lord. Amos 9.8 (NRSV)

The latest St Columba’s magazine is out for the festive season. Stories from our community, music, reflections, and a look ahead to Christmas and New Year events – all in one inspiring edition. Available in the church book shop or contact the office to subscribe. [email protected]

Sacraments ordained of Christ be not only badges or tokens of Christian men's profession, but rather they be certain sure witnesses, and effectual signs of grace, and God's good will towards us,

For they have committed adultery, and blood is on their hands; with their idols they have committed adultery, and they have even offered up to them for food the children whom they had borne to me. Ezekiel 23.37 (NRSV)

To the intent that when they rose up, / they might show their children the same; Psalm 78.7 (1962 Book of Common Prayer, page 427)

So Esau returned that day on his way to Seir. Genesis 33.16 (NRSV)

Open my lips, O Lord, * and my mouth shall proclaim your praise. Psalm 51.16 (Book of Alternative Services, page 771)

Last week, Bishop Rachel (Anglican Bishop for Prisons in the UK) brought the voices and views of generation alpha about the criminal justice system to a gathering of law and policy makers. Read in full via 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2025/generat...

You show steadfast love to the thousandth generation but repay the guilt of parents into the laps of their children after them, O great and mighty God whose name is the Lord of hosts, Jeremiah 32.18 (NRSV)

we, being illumined by the teaching of thine apostle and evangelist John,

Marshallton #UMC, a white Pennsylvania congregation. has adopted a land acknowledgment statement and is walking alongside St. John #UMC, a Native American church, in ministry and fellowship.